25 Rial - Murad V and Muhammad III
1293 (1876) year| Gold (.900) | 4.92 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Beylik of Tunis (Tunisia) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Muhammad III (1859-1882) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1293 (1876) |
| Calendar | Islamic (Hijri) |
| Value | 25 Rial |
| Currency | Rial (1567-1891) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 4.92 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#112657 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Bey, mint, value and Islamic date
Lettering:
محمد
مدة
الصادق
بتونس
٢٥
١٢٩٣
Translation:
Muhammad Muddat Al-Sadiq
In Tunis
25
1293
Comment
Note: Assumed letteringInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during a time of significant political and economic change in Tunisia. The Beylik of Tunis, which was a medieval Islamic state that lasted from the 12th to the 16th century, was in decline during the 19th century, and Tunisia was becoming increasingly influenced by European powers. The coin's issuance in 1293 (1876) was likely a response to the need for a stable currency during this period of transition.
